24x7 Fight or Flight

[AnxiousAllTheTime]

Out of the blue, a couple of weeks ago, I went into the fight or flight mode of my anxiety and I haven't been able to get out of it. Can't sleep, eat, connect with people, think, or remember things. I don't know what to make of it and it's ruining my life. Yes, 2 weeks, but 2 weeks of absolute misery. Imagine lying in bed every night and your body is telling you the house is on fire. The resulting depression is now going into full effect. I write this in a rare good window at night. The entire thing is debilitating and it is threatening my way of life. On top of it all, I'm divorced and live alone. I'm desperate for any kind of help, suggestions, or support. Peace and love to you all.

[PeaceNeed]

I totally understand where ur coming from. Im exactly experiencing what you are going through. I wish i had something wise and good to offer.

Everyone on here is going through the same hell .

No one one outside this forum can even begin to understand the pain, loss and isolation someone goes thru.

[Sassy100]

Hi- I feel the same. Just curious - do you shake or have other physical symptoms?

[AnxiousAllTheTime in reply to Sassy100]

I do shake, yes. I find myself wearing a hoodie when it's not that cold in the house. The only other physical symptom are a bunch of red dry spots around my torso.

[CalicoKi]

(((hugs))) so sorry you are going through this.

[Sunset_Chaser]

Going through these things alone is the worst. I have almost no in person support. Every now and then I feel like I'm stuck like you. My coping skills are basically breathing, ice on wrist/chest, cold or alternating hot/cold showers, drinking ice water. I have prescription ativan but take it sparingly. I attend counseling in person. Calling 988 in U.S. has been a God send for me. So many good suggestions and just letting me talk through things.

[AnxiousAllTheTime in reply to Sunset_Chaser]

One of the other problems is attending anything in-person, and I'm a pretty social guy. I did start up therapy again when this began. I do breathing exercises and meditation, listen to green noise at night when I'm attempting to sleep (which doesn't happen). Never heard of the ice on wrist/chest, but do the cold/hot shower and drink a lot of water. I appreciate you sharing your story and your offered suggestions.